The capital of the Turkish Republic; has the second largest population after İstanbul and the largest area after Konya. It is one of the most important cities of the Republican history. Contrary to its reputation for being a grey city, it is home to numerous natural and historical sights to visit. It is a must to see its museums, historical buildings and houses, ancient monuments that have witnessed various civilizations. Ankara is the most developed and populous city of the Central Anatolia Region. Subsequent to the Republican era, it became a real capital due to its central location in the middle of Turkey as the urban life developed and railways built